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Volkswagen may switch to producing air defense components in cooperation with Rafael

The carmaker is negotiating with Rafael on the production of launchers and platforms. The project could save 2,300 jobs within 18 months.

News of the World • March 25, 03:19 AM • 5490 views
China plans to gain strategic benefits from US-Israel war against Iran - FT

Beijing is using the conflict to promote stability and justify future aggressive actions against Taiwan. The war threatens to increase oil prices for China.

News of the World • March 24, 08:26 AM • 4698 views
US warns EU over deal - possible LNG disruptions and price hikes

Washington has warned Brussels about a review of the terms of a $750 billion LNG supply agreement. A change in the provisions of the Turnberry agreement threatens energy shortages in Europe.

Economy • March 23, 05:21 PM • 4947 views
Trump considers inviting Lukashenka to a meeting in the US - FT

The US is considering a visit by Lukashenka to the White House or Mar-a-Lago. The parties are discussing the release of political prisoners in exchange for further sanctions relief.

News of the World • March 23, 12:10 PM • 3996 views
The world could face a gas crisis in 10 days due to the war in Iran - Media

Due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and attacks on a plant in Qatar, LNG exports will stop in 10 days. Global gas prices are soaring due to the deficit.

Economy • March 22, 08:34 PM • 7527 views
European Commission urges EU countries not to delay gas storage filling due to war in Iran - FT

European Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen recommends that EU countries gradually start filling their reserves to reduce demand amid the war in the Middle East. The return of liquefied natural gas production in Qatar to pre-crisis levels may prove to be long-term.

Economy • March 21, 11:39 PM • 10311 views
EU urges member states not to delay filling gas storage facilities - Bloomberg

European Commissioner Dan Jørgensen called on EU countries to start filling storage facilities early to avoid a price surge. Governments are being offered to lower their targets.

Economy • March 21, 04:01 PM • 6864 views
Oil prices fall amid discussions between the US and allies on efforts to increase supplies and open the Strait of Hormuz

Brent crude fell to $107 due to US plans to lift sanctions on Iranian cargoes. G7 countries are preparing measures for security in the Strait of Hormuz.

Economy • March 20, 02:56 PM • 5615 views
Military escort will not guarantee safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz - IMO head

The head of the IMO stated that it is impossible to fully protect tankers from Iranian attacks. Due to the closure of the strait, the price of Brent oil exceeded 100 dollars per barrel.

Economy • March 17, 08:40 AM • 5164 views
Allies resist Trump's attempts to form a coalition to unblock the Strait of Hormuz - Axios

The Trump administration is trying to create an international coalition to counter the Iranian blockade. Most EU and Asian countries express skepticism.

News of the World • March 17, 06:36 AM • 4728 views
Trump loses interest in negotiations to end the war in Ukraine - FT

The Trump administration has shifted its focus to the conflict in the Middle East, suspending negotiations. Arms supplies to Ukraine may be delayed in favor of others.

War in Ukraine • March 15, 08:46 AM • 4844 views
Trump administration "wants to divide Europe", EU must stick together - Kallas

The EU's top diplomat warned against Washington's use of tactics employed by the bloc's adversaries. She called on countries for unity and defensive autonomy.

News of the World • March 13, 10:13 AM • 3672 views
FT: US spent years' worth of ammunition in two weeks of war with Iran

The US spent years' worth of critical ammunition in the first days of the conflict. The Pentagon is preparing a request for $50 billion to replenish its arsenals.

Economy • March 13, 09:36 AM • 4632 views
Canada invests tens of billions of dollars in Arctic military infrastructure

The Canadian government is modernizing three operational bases to protect sovereignty in the north. Defense spending is planned to increase to 5% of GDP by 2035.

News of the World • March 13, 06:01 AM • 4749 views
Russia earns an additional $150 million per day from oil – FT

The escalation in the Middle East has brought Russia up to $1. 9 billion in 12 days. India and China are massively increasing their purchases of Russian raw materials in Asia.

Economy • March 12, 11:01 PM • 6088 views
Shell declares force majeure to customers buying Qatari LNG - Reuters

Shell, the largest trader, is suspending sales of Qatari LNG due to plant shutdowns in Qatar. Supply shortages will begin to be felt by customers from April.

Economy • March 11, 02:23 PM • 3610 views
Kremlin prepares disinformation campaign to help Orban in Hungarian elections - media

The Russian ASP plans to discredit Péter Magyar through social media and influencers. The campaign is intended to help the Fidesz party, which is trailing Tisza by 10 percent.

Politics • March 11, 02:06 PM • 3823 views
War in the Middle East costs the tourism industry $600 million a day, Dubai sees mass cancellations - FT

Due to flight cancellations and airspace closures, the region is losing huge profits. In Dubai alone, tourists canceled more than 80,000 accommodation bookings in a week.

Economy • March 11, 10:09 AM • 8126 views
Macron said G7 countries could use strategic oil reserves amid price surge

Macron announced the possibility of using strategic oil reserves due to the war against Iran. G7 ministers will discuss mobilizing up to 400 million barrels.

Economy • March 9, 10:43 AM • 4999 views
G7 to discuss massive oil reserve release amid price jump to $120 - report

G7 finance ministers will discuss releasing up to 400 million barrels of oil due to shortages. Brent prices jumped to $120 due to the war in the region.

Economy • March 9, 07:16 AM • 10078 views
Market prepares for oil price jump to $100 per barrel – FT

The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and overflowing storage tanks have caused a shortage of raw materials. Analysts predict a historic rise in oil and fuel prices.

Economy • March 8, 06:30 PM • 15078 views
Ukraine may deploy Sky Fortress drone detection system in Middle East - FT

Ukraine is negotiating with the US and Gulf countries to sell the Sky Fortress acoustic network. The system uses thousands of sensors for detection.

News of the World • March 8, 03:35 PM • 6041 views
IEA states there is "plenty of oil" in markets, but warns of potential "gas bidding war"

International Energy Agency Director Fatih Birol stated there is a "huge surplus" of oil in the markets, but warned of a potential "gas bidding war" due to the conflict in the Middle East. Oil prices have risen by 50% since the beginning of the year, and the Strait of Hormuz is effectively closed to tankers.

Economy • March 6, 01:57 PM • 5078 views
Cost of insuring ships in the Strait of Hormuz has increased 12-fold - FT

The cost of insuring ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz has increased 12-fold, reaching 3% of the vessel's value. US President Donald Trump has pledged support for trade through the key oil route.

Economy • March 5, 08:16 AM • 6161 views
Pentagon and Persian Gulf country in talks to buy Ukrainian interceptor drones to counter Iran - FT

The Pentagon and the government of a Persian Gulf country are discussing the purchase of Ukrainian interceptor drones to combat Iranian drones. This would allow them to replace expensive Patriot missiles and preserve their stocks for other purposes.

News of the World • March 5, 07:25 AM • 6782 views
EU urges Ukraine to grant access to Druzhba for Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia - FT

Ukraine is under pressure from the EU to allow inspection of the damaged Druzhba pipeline, which supplies Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia. Kyiv claims significant damage from a Russian airstrike, but Hungary and Slovakia accuse Ukraine of deliberately blocking it.

Politics • March 3, 01:07 PM • 67385 views
War in Iran could cause a shortage of air defense missiles in Ukraine - Financial Times

US military officials warn that a conflict in Iran could cause a shortage of air defense system missiles. This would have consequences not only for Ukraine, but also for Washington's combat plans for potential conflicts with China or Russia.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 12:56 PM • 96014 views
Pentagon initiates creation of AI tools for automated cyberattacks on China's critical infrastructure

The U. S. Department of Defense is in talks with tech giants to create AI systems to identify vulnerabilities in China's power grids. This would allow the American military to paralyze the adversary's systems in the event of a conflict.

Technologies • February 27, 06:24 PM • 4166 views
Trump's global tariffs take effect at 10%

The US has imposed a temporary global tariff of 10% for 150 days after the Supreme Court overturned previous tariff restrictions. President Trump plans to raise the rate to 15% later, but the timing is not specified.

Economy • February 24, 01:00 PM • 3927 views
Russia has done everything to make mobilization toxic for Ukrainians - Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated that Russia has made mobilization toxic and instructed the Ministry of Defense to seek technological approaches.

Society • February 24, 10:41 AM • 4373 views